Actor Mark Margolis, greatest identified for starring in Breaking Dangerous, has died aged 83.

Margolis died on Thursday (August 3) following a brief sickness in New York Metropolis’s Mt. Sinai Hospital together with his spouse Jacqueline and son Morgan at his facet, as confirmed by his consultant to Deadline.

His supervisor, Robert Kolker of Crimson Letter Leisure, stated: “He was considered one of a form. He was a treasured shopper and a lifelong good friend. I used to be fortunate to know him.”

The actor was greatest identified for taking part in drug lord Hector Salamanca in Breaking Dangerous and its spin-off Higher Name Saul. His efficiency was nominated for an Emmy in 2012 for Excellent Visitor Actor in a Drama Sequence.

We be a part of tens of millions of followers in mourning the passing of the immensely gifted Mark Margolis, who – together with his eyes, a bell, and only a few phrases – turned Hector Salamanca into probably the most unforgettable characters within the historical past of tv. He shall be missed. pic.twitter.com/gVt8IzxgPw

— Breaking Dangerous (@BreakingBad) August 4, 2023

Previous to Breaking Dangerous, Margolis was famous for his supporting roles in 1983’s Scarface, Ace Ventura: Pet Detective and HBO collection Oz.

He additionally often collaborated with director Darren Aronofsky, showing in six of his movies together with Pi, Requiem For A Dream, The Fountain, The Wrestler, Black Swan and 2014’s Noah.

Margolis is survived by his spouse, son, daughter-in-law Heide, and three grandchildren: Ben, Aidan and Henry.

A tribute on the official Breaking Dangerous social media channels learn: “We be a part of tens of millions of followers in mourning the passing of the immensely gifted Mark Margolis, who – together with his eyes, a bell, and only a few phrases – turned Hector Salamanca into probably the most unforgettable characters within the historical past of tv. He shall be missed.”

Bryan Cranston, who starred alongside Margolis in each Breaking Dangerous and Your Honor, described him as a “beautiful human being” in a tribute on Instagram.

“I’m very saddened right this moment to be taught of a good friend’s passing,” Cranston wrote. “Mark Margolis was a extremely good actor and a beautiful human being. Enjoyable and interesting off the set, and (within the case of Breaking Dangerous and Your Honor) intimidating and scary on set.

“His quiet vitality belied his mischievous nature and curious thoughts… And he liked sharing an excellent joke. I miss him already. Relaxation now, Mark and thanks to your friendship and your distinctive physique of labor.”

On Twitter, Bob Odenkirk, who performed Saul Goodman in Breaking Dangerous and Higher Name Saul, said he was a “highly effective display presence”, including: “Mark made me giggle within the van on the way in which to set together with his jokes and feedback and I solely hope I’ve half his vitality and focus when ‘Motion’ was shouted. Thanks, Mark, and condolences to your loved ones.”

You possibly can try extra tributes beneath.

So unhappy to listen to Mark Margolis has died. An exceptional actor. A humorous man. RIP. My ideas are together with his household

— Dean Norris (@deanjnorris) August 4, 2023